Drum Accumulation Centers
Even a small leak from chemical, oil, or solvent drums can quickly become a serious safety risk because these drums are handled every day. Drum accumulation centers help contain spills and make it easier to keep floors clean and employees safe. They also support efficient drum storage and dispensing operations.
Most industrial facilities handle drums, yet many underestimate how quickly an uncontrolled leak can spread, create slip hazards, and reach drains before the issue is detected. Drum collection centers give facilities a dedicated space where drums can be safely stored, filled, or dispensed without spills going unchecked.
The drum accumulation centers available here are built from recycled polyethylene that withstands chemicals commonly stored in industrial drums. The lack of joints or seams where leaks can occur makes the design seamless, while the availability of a variety of sizes, ranging from those with a single drum to those with eight drums, ensures that whatever your facility space looks like, there will be a feasible solution available. There are additional attachments that are available with these drum spill containment platforms, which include dollies, ramps, and joining clips.
When choosing an industrial drum containment system, consider the number of drums used in your plant, their locations, and the materials stored in them. Matching up all of these parameters initially will help prevent problems before they happen and simplify cleanup if a spill occurs.
FAQ’s:
What distinguishes an accumulation center from a standard spill pallet?
Accumulation centers are generally designed with a much lower profile to facilitate easier manual drum loading and dispensing, whereas pallets are taller to accommodate larger sump volumes for transport.
How do I ensure chemical compatibility with the containment material?
The vast majority of plants employ only pure polyethylene because it is able to withstand almost any type of acid, base, and alkali; nonetheless, it is essential to verify the SDS of your chemicals using a chemical compatibility chart.
Is it possible to move these units while they are fully loaded?
Accumulation stations are generally not equipped for mobility; if the constant movement of fully filled containers is essential, it may be more prudent to employ a drum dolly or a spill pallet forklift platform.
How does the "sump-to-sump" connection system benefit my facility?
Units can be connected through bulkhead fittings and share spill containment capacity among several structures, enabling compliance with the regulation on total containment capacity without the need for a single large unit.